About Pat Quinn Classic

Honouring a Legend

Burnaby has hosted an international U15 tournament since 1962 making this one of the longest running tournaments in the world.  

In 2015, the tournament was reimagined to honour the legendary Pat Quinn and the Pat Quinn Classic was created.  Delivered and supported by hockey and community partnerships, the tournament carries forward the legacy of Pat Quinn and his passion for developing great athletes and leaders.  The PQC has established itself as one of the preeminent tournaments in North America. 

Supporting and celebrating academic excellence is central to the PQC. To date the tournament has raised over $97,000 for the Pat Quinn Scholarship Fund that supports high performance athletes pursuing postgraduate studies.  The fund is managed by Hockey Canada Foundation and more details can be found here.  The Vancouver Canucks Alumni Association have been a long time tournament partner and provide five $1,000 scholarships to tournament players annually.  For more information on criteria and past winners click here. 

Burnaby is a perfect home for the Pat Quinn Classic.  Home to the Burnaby Minor Hockey Association and Burnaby Winter Club – Burnaby has the highest ratio of rink per capita in the world.  It’s no surprise the city has produced some exceptional hockey players. Joe Sakic, Cliff Ronning, Paul Kariya, Darren McCarty, Chris Joseph, Glenn Anderson, Jack McIlhargey, Karl Alzner, Greg Zanon, Byron Ritchie, Tyler McNealy, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Matt Barzal and Dante Fabbro, all played minor hockey in Burnaby and moved on to the NHL and/or Team Canada.

This tournament is another chapter in Burnaby’s impressive hockey history.

Our Mission

To honor Pat Quinn’s legacy and celebrate the proud history of the tournament in Burnaby, we dedicate ourselves to providing a premier experience for young athletes. We focus on sportsmanship, community involvement, and excellence on and off the ice, affirming this event as a cornerstone of hockey in Burnaby.

Our Vision

Our vision is for the Pat Quinn Classic to be North America’s premier youth hockey tournament, drawing teams from around the world. We aim to provide a competitive yet respectful environment that honors the game’s spirit and the values of its namesake, inspiring participants to excel in hockey and in life.